Child and Adolescent Studies, Adolescent/Youth Development Concentration, B.S.*

Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Studies

The Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Studies provides an integrative, interdisciplinary study of children (from prenatal through adolescence), families and the contexts that influence development. This broad background makes Child and Adolescent Studeis a good foundation for a variety of professions that serve children, families and their communities.

The degree offers three concentrations that allow students to focus on the population and context in which they are interested: Early Childhood Education; Elementary Education; and Family and Community Contexts.

In addition to the requirements for the major, students must meet all other university requirements for a bachelor’s degree. Please consult the Graduation Requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree  section in this catalog for complete information. A “C” (2.0) or better is required in all courses applied to the major. Course prerequisites are strictly enforced.

Adolescent/Youth Development Concentration (24 units)

The Adolescent/Youth Development concentration provides an in-depth study of concepts and strategies central to understanding and supporting healthy adolescent development and the transition to adulthood. It is designed to provide foundational knowledge for students intending to work with youth in diverse contexts, including:

• non-profit, youth development and community-based organizations
• social service, social work and juvenile justice programs
• school and special education settings, from middle school to the transition to college

Coursework within the concentration also prepares students for graduate studies in education, social work, counseling, psychology and other related fields. 

Graduation Requirement (3 units)

• HONR 201B - Honors Seminar: American Institutions and Values since 1877 (3)
• POSC 100 - American Government (3)

Total (120 units)